About us
Darwin Port is the Northern Territory's largest port, handling a diverse range of cargo and supporting the region's economic development. We provide world class pilotage and harbour control systems and a seamless supply chain capable of handling containers, bulk liquids, bulk materials, live exports and heavy lift oversized cargoes. As a key gateway to Asia, we are proud to play a vital role in facilitating trade and connectivity for businesses across Australia. Our organisation is driven by a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and innovation, and we are continually investing in the development of our people and infrastructure to ensure we remain a world-class port operator.
About the role
As the Manager, Maintenance & Wharf Services you have the chance to work in a fast-moving environment with a constant flow of challenges and opportunities for growth.
In this role, you will be responsible to lead and manage a multi-disciplined team of trade qualified maintenance, wharf services, planning & scheduling staff, to allow the Port to operate efficiently and safely.
What you'll be doing
* Develop and implement maintenance strategies and plans to optimise the performance and lifespan of critical port infrastructure and equipment
* Oversee rostering, leave management, recruitment, learning & development and performance management of staff including mentoring of GTNT apprentices.
* Ensure routine maintenance and preventative maintenance is carried out within agreed timeframes
* Identify and manage asset risk, ensuring work is completed to maintain asset integrity.
* Monitor and report on maintenance activities, budgets and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
* Liaise with internal stakeholders and external service providers to coordinate maintenance and wharf operations
* Ensure all maintenance and wharf services activities comply with relevant work health & safety and environmental regulation
What we're looking for
This role is suitable for a qualified leader who is looking for an opportunity to enter the Port industry and build on their existing experience in other areas, or to continue their professional growth in the sector.
* Trade Qualification in Metal Fabrication/Mechanical Fitter/Machinist/Diesel Fitter or Electrical.
* A qualification in leadership or management, or the ability to obtain
* Significant experience (5+ years) in a senior maintenance or operations role within a industrial, logistics or port environment
* Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team of trade qualified maintenance and operational personnel
* Strong technical understanding of port infrastructure, equipment and maintenance best practices
* Excellent communication management, problem-solving and decision-making skills
* Significant planning and scheduling experience is desirable.
* Experience in the maintenance of asset management systems such as SAP or MEX is desirable.
* Current Australian manual drivers licence
* Full Australian work rights are required
* Pre-employment criminal history & medical checks will be required prior to offer of employment
You must be able to maintain positive working relationships and be able work as part of a team or independently, in a multicultural, diverse organisation.
All applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain a Maritime Security Identity Card (MSIC) and will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment and will be subject to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with Company policy.
What we offer
At Darwin Port, we are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive work environment for our employees. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a critical piece of national infrastructure, with access to ongoing training, career progression and a competitive remuneration package.
* 37.5 hours per week worked Monday – Friday.
* Onsite position, located at East Arm Wharf
* 5 weeks annual leave per annum (accrued pro rata)
* Permanent full-time position
Interested?
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application with your current CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Review the full position description on our Careers page of our website at
All applications should include your resume plus a short covering letter specifying which role you are applying for and detailing your suitability for this role.
For further information on this position please email Human Resources at
Applications close 22nd October 2025.
NB: We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date on the advertisement if we receive suitable candidates. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Recruitment agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position, and we will not accept or pay fees related to applications that are submitted direct to hiring managers and not via our approved recruitment process.